Information
About the Book Let the Right One In
"Let the Right One In" is
a horror novel by Swedish author John Ajvide Lindqvist, first published in
2004. The book tells the story of a lonely and bullied 12-year-old boy named
Oskar who befriends a mysterious young girl named Eli, who happens to be a
vampire. Set in the suburbs of Stockholm in the early 1980s, the novel explores
themes of friendship, love, and the dark side of humanity.
The book was a critical and
commercial success in Sweden and was later translated into English in 2007,
where it also gained widespread popularity. The novel has since been adapted
into various formats, including a Swedish film in 2008, an American film in
2010, and a stage production in 2013. The story has also inspired numerous
other adaptations, including a television series and a comic book.
"Let the Right One In" has
been praised for its unique take on the vampire genre, its atmospheric setting,
and its complex characters. The novel has also been noted for its exploration
of social issues, such as bullying and loneliness, and for its examination of
the nature of evil.
The Story of
How the Book Let the Right One In was Turned into a Movie
The book "Let the Right One
In" was first adapted into a movie in 2008, directed by Tomas Alfredson
and starring Kåre Hedebrant and Lina Leandersson. The film was a critical and
commercial success, winning numerous awards and gaining a cult following. Here
is the story of how the book was turned into a movie:
In 2004, Swedish author John Ajvide
Lindqvist released his novel "Let the Right One In" and it quickly
became a bestseller in Sweden. Shortly after, Swedish film production company,
EFTI approached Lindqvist with an offer to adapt the novel into a film.
Lindqvist initially declined the offer, as he had heard horror stories of
authors having their work ruined by the film adaptation process. However, after
meeting with the producers and discussing the project, Lindqvist agreed to
write the screenplay for the film himself.
Director Tomas Alfredson was hired
to direct the film, despite having no prior experience directing horror movies.
Alfredson was drawn to the novel's themes of love, friendship, and loneliness
and wanted to create a film that explored these themes in a unique way. He also
wanted to make a film that was atmospheric and visually stunning, with a focus
on character development.
Alfredson worked closely with
Lindqvist on the script, ensuring that the film stayed true to the novel's
themes and characters. They made some changes to the story, including removing
some of the more violent scenes and adding more emphasis on the relationship
between the two main characters, Oskar and Eli.
The film was shot on location in
Stockholm and its suburbs over a period of three months. The crew faced several
challenges, including filming in freezing temperatures and working with child
actors. However, the end result was a visually stunning film that captured the
atmosphere of the novel.
"Let the Right One In"
premiered at the 2008 Toronto International Film Festival and was met with
critical acclaim. It went on to win numerous awards, including the award for
Best Narrative Feature at the Tribeca Film Festival and the Melies d'Or for
Best European Fantasy Film. The film also gained a cult following and is now
considered a modern horror classic.
Actors Who
Starred in the Movie Let the Right One In
The 2008 Swedish movie "Let the
Right One In" was directed by Tomas Alfredson and starred the following
actors:
Kåre Hedebrant as Oskar
Lina Leandersson as Eli
Per Ragnar as Håkan
Henrik Dahl as Erik
Karin Bergquist as Yvonne
Peter Carlberg as Lacke
Ika Nord as Virginia
Mikael Rahm as Jocke
Karl-Robert Lindgren as Gösta
Anders T. Peedu as Morgan
Kåre Hedebrant and Lina Leandersson
both received critical acclaim for their performances in the film, particularly
for their portrayal of the young and complex characters of Oskar and Eli. The
film's success helped to launch their acting careers, and they have since
appeared in other film and television projects.
